The willow can be consecrated not only in the church, but also at home.
On April 17, Christians of the Eastern rite will celebrate Palm Sunday – a feast dedicated to the entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem. It is traditionally celebrated the week before Easter. One of the main attributes of the holiday is the willow, which is consecrated in the church on this day.
As consecrate the willow in the church
The consecration of the willow takes place the day before the holiday, on Saturday. Consecration takes place during the service, twigs are distributed to the faithful, who then stand with them and lighted candles until the end of the service.
Consecration also takes place on Sunday, when the Liturgy of John Chrysostom is served. These twigs are kept all year round, until the next Palm Sunday.
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How to consecrate a willow at home
Because our country is at war, visiting the temple is not always safe. You can also consecrate a willow at home.
To do this, you need to buy or cut willow twigs, sprinkle them with holy water and read from the bottom of your heart: “I consecrate these willows by the Grace of the Holy Spirit Son and Holy Spirit. Amen! ” If the willow has sprouted or bloomed, it is considered a good sign. But the blooming willow will not last long – it will need to be transplanted, respectively, the house will be left without protection.
Consecrated willow without water will stand all year round. It should be stored behind the icons – it can be in a vase, you can just attach it to the wall.
If the old branches let the young shoots, they should be planted in the ground. But, according to the signs, you can not do it in your garden. The shoot should be planted in a forest or near a river.
